Hidden Sugar Danger and Conscious Herbal Product Use
Experts warned citizens against hidden sugar in packaged foods and the unconscious use of herbal products.
Endocrinology and Metabolism Diseases Specialists warned against hidden sugars consumed unnoticed in daily life, emphasizing that fruits should be consumed whole rather than juiced.
Hidden Sugar and Controlled Consumption
Dr. Mustafa Duman, an Endocrinology and Metabolism Diseases Specialist, stated that the important point in sugar consumption is not to ban it completely, but to control the amount and frequency of consumption.
Stating that sugar taken unconsciously in daily life increases especially through packaged products, experts emphasize the importance of conscious consumption.
Fiber Consumption Instead of Fruit Juice
One of the most correct options to meet the need for sugar is to consume the fruit itself, because fruit eaten whole helps blood sugar rise more balanced.
The situation changes in fruit juice consumption, and a drink prepared from several fruits leads to a high amount of sugar intake in a short time.
Daily Sugar Limits
The World Health Organization recommends that daily sugar consumption should not exceed five percent of total energy needs, and this rate corresponds to approximately twenty-five grams.
It is stated that a standard can of carbonated drink can contain about thirty-three grams of sugar, and this amount alone can cause exceeding the daily recommended limit.
Label Reading Habit
Expressions on the packaging of products on market shelves can mislead consumers, and phrases like fit or healthy do not mean the product contains low sugar.
Experts state that when buying such products, the ingredients section must be read and a balanced diet should be aimed for.
Unconscious Use of Herbal Products
Herbal teas, capsules, extracts, and herbal oils have been increasingly preferred in daily life in recent years.
The mindset that what is natural is harmless can open the door to serious health problems in case of unconscious use.
Safe Approach in Phytotherapy
Dr. Buğra Adil Buyrukçu provided important information and warnings about herbal products in his column.
For safe use in phytotherapy, it is essential to consider the right dose, quality product, and potential drug interactions as well as the right plant.